Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation

Department:

Ctr for Graphene Research & Innovation

Job Summary:

Job Description:

Applicants are invited to apply for Research Assistant Professor positions in the Center for Graphene Research and Innovation at the University of Mississippi. The center specializes in fundamental and applied research related to graphene and other 2D materials.

The candidate’s primary duties are to design, fabricate, and characterize different infrastructure materials (asphalt binder and cement) that may incorporate graphene and other low-dimensional materials. Other responsibilities include 1) mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students, 2) preparing research results and writing manuscripts for publication, and 3) assisting with grant writing. This position is available for one year with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon availability of funding.

Requirement: A Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields is required. The successful candidate should have a strong experimental background and a track record of successful research. Moreover, the candidate is required to have good communication skills.

Applicants should submit 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, and 3) names/contact information of three references.

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Job Responsibilities:

The candidate’s primary duties are to design, fabricate, and characterize different infrastructure materials (asphalt binder and cement) that may incorporate graphene and other low-dimensional materials.

Responsibilities include 1) Mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students, 2) Preparing research results and writing manuscripts for publication, and 3) Assisting with grant writing.

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Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

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